Izuchukwu OkosiThe Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) plans to launch a comprehensive Safeguarding Handbook in a bid to enhance athletes’ welfare and safety.
This was made known in a statement signed on Tuesday by Tony Nezianya, the Public Relations Officer of the NOC.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelNezianya revealed that the handbook would be launched at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged ‘Gateway Games’ between May 16 to May 22 in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
“Our Safeguarding Handbook and SAFE SPACE Initiative represent crucial steps towards fostering a culture of care and respect in sports where athletes can thrive and reach their full potential.
“The launch of the Safeguarding Handbook and SAFE SPACE Initiative marks a pivotal moment in NOC’s steadfast commitment to athletes welfare.
“We invite State Sports Councils, commissions, athletes and stakeholders to engage with this initiative by visiting the Safe Space Zone during the Games and ensure priotisation of safeguarding and the protection of athletes.”
Members of the Safeguard Commission include; Dr Olajide Joseph Adebola, FAPH (Chairman), Mr Femi Abioye, Dr Oluwaseun Nariwoh, Dr Bakare Ummukulthoum, Ms Justina Erezi and Mrs Kemi Obidahunsi who serves as the Administrative Secretary.
Safety protocols is one of the core objectives of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at major sporting events.
Izuchukwu Okosi is a Nigerian sports and entertainment journalist with two decades of experience in the media industry having begun his media journey in 2002 as an intern at Mundial Sports International (MSI) and Africa Independent Television (AIT), owners of Daar Communications Plc.
